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Frequently Asked Questions

PAYMENT & BILLING

What should I do when my credit card is about to expire?

If you know that your card is going to expire, please update your credit card information on your HelloFresh account.

You may update your payment details here

Alternatively, you may follow the steps below

On the HelloFresh Website:

  • Log in to your account.
  • Click on your name in the upper right-hand corner and select Account Settings from the drop-down menu.
  • Scroll down to 'Payment Methods' on the Plan Settings page.
  • Alternatively, you can select ‘Payment Method’ from the option on the left.
  • Select ‘Change Payment Method’.
  • Click 'Add'.
  • Enter new payment information, click ‘Add’ then click 'Save'.

On your HelloFresh App :

  • Log in to your account on the app.
  • Click on the 'Profile' icon at the bottom right-hand corner
  • Click 'Payment'.
  • Scroll down to 'Payment Methods'.
  • Select ‘Add Payment Method’, then update your payment information.
  • Once done, click ‘Add’ and then ‘Save’.
What payment methods does HelloFresh accept?

We currently accept all major credit cards (VISA, MasterCard, American Express, Discover) as well as PayPal. In the future, we will be adding additional forms of payment to streamline our checkout experience and provide customers with a wider range of options.

Please note that EBT/FoodStamps/Government Assistance Cards as well as Prepaid cards are not acceptable forms of payment.

Why was my credit card information updated ?

When a payment fails, our account updater feature connects securely with your financial institution to update your card information and ensure you don’t miss a delivery.

Please be advised that this program is currently limited to Visa and MasterCard users and that your card information is not guaranteed to update automatically.

What is the deadline to update my payment info?

Remember that the deadline to make any updates to your HelloFresh account is 5 days prior to your next scheduled delivery.

Any changes that you make 1-4 days prior to your scheduled delivery (or even the day of your delivery) will be reflected in your HelloFresh account but will not affect that specific box, which will have already been processed.

However, the change(s) will be taken into account for any future deliveries provided you made the change(s) at least 5 days prior to your following delivery.

How does payment work? Is it secure?

We take payment security very seriously and do not store our customers' full credit card information on file. Instead, we bill using a secure method called tokenization.

A token is an encrypted, randomly-generated code that is assigned to your payment details during the checkout to securely bill you.

How do I update my payment information?

You may update your payment details on the website here

Alternatively, you may follow the steps below

On the HelloFresh Website:

  • Log in to your account.
  • Click on your name in the upper right-hand corner and select Account Settings from the drop-down menu.
  • Scroll down to 'Payment Methods' on the Plan Settings page.
  • Alternatively, you can select ‘Payment Method’ from the option on the left.
  • Select ‘Change Payment Method’.
  • Click 'Add'.
  • Enter new payment information, click ‘Add’ then click 'Save'.

On your HelloFresh App :

  • Log in to your account on the app.
  • Click on the 'Profile' icon at the bottom right-hand corner
  • Click 'Payment'.
  • Scroll down to 'Payment Methods'.
  • Select ‘Add Payment Method’, then update your payment information.
  • Once done, click ‘Add’ and then ‘Save'.
If a refund is issued, how long will it take to process?
Refunds are issued back to the original form of payment and can take up to 5-10 business days to fully process.
What happens if my payment fails?

If your payment fails during checkout, you will see an error message on your screen.

If a recurring payment fails, you will receive an email alerting you of the error. You may also receive pop-ups on the web/app regarding the failed payment.

To resolve this, click here to update your payment.

Once you successfully updated your payment, follow the steps below to reprocess your payment.

  • Click on your name in the upper right-hand corner and select Account Settings from the drop-down menu.
  • Select Order History from the list of options on the left hand side of the screen.
  • For your upcoming order, you will see an option to Pay Now
  • Click on Pay Now and follow prompts to reprocess your payment.
Why did my payment fail?

There are many reasons why a payment may have failed. To resolve this, we recommend trying the following:

  • If using a Credit Card, please check to ensure that it is not expired, if expired, you may update new credit card information here

  • Ensure that there are sufficient funds in your account.

  • Call your bank or financial institution to find out what is wrong with your account and the reason for the failure.

  • Ensure that the billing address on your HelloFresh account is updated.

I already paid for my box. Why am I seeing an additional surcharge on my statement?

Each week, we offer certain higher priced meals and customization options to help you cook exactly what you love. Whether you’re swapping proteins or adding treats from our Market, these picks come with an additional charge.

  • Premium Picks
  • Lovely Night In
  • Big-Batch Dinner
  • Winter Warmers
  • 15-Min Premium

Any extras or upgrades are billed separately. Don’t worry — the price is clearly displayed on the recipe as you browse, and you’ll see the per-person surcharge in the recipe preview before you choose.

Upcharges

When will I be charged for my box?

When you subscribe to HelloFresh, you're signing up for a recurring weekly service, ensuring you receive a box of delicious ingredients and recipes each week. You will be charged the day after the deadline to make changes. Each week, you can view the last day to make changes on the My Menu.

final day changes

Why am I seeing a $1 charge?

The $1 you may see at checkout is simply an authorization charge to verify the validity of the payment method you are using.

If you update your payment method on an active subscription, you will also see a $1 charge to verify the validity of the new payment method you are using.

Rest assured, however, this dollar will be returned to you with 5-10 business days.

How do I view invoices?

You may view all your previous orders here

Alternatively, you may follow the steps below:

  • Log in to your HelloFresh account, click on your name in the upper right-hand corner and head to your Account Settings
  • Head to 'Payment History' and there you can view all your previous orders and how much you were charged
  • If you'd like us to send you an invoice simply click 'Send Invoice' next to the relevant order and we'll email it over to you.
How do I see how much I will be charged?

We want to make sure your delicious deliveries always fit your budget! You can easily preview your total and see a full breakdown for your upcoming box.

  • Log in to your HelloFresh account.
  • Click My Menu.
  • Select your desired delivery week, you will see an Order Summary icon to the right above your selected recipes. Check out the image below.
  • Select the Cart icon button and you will be redirected to a page that will break down the charges for your upcoming delivery.

Order Summary Cart Icon

How Often Will I Be Charged?
When you subscribe to HelloFresh, you’re signing up for a weekly delivery of fresh ingredients and chef-curated recipes. Your box renews automatically each week and you will be charged 4 full days prior to your scheduled delivery day.
How much will I pay for shipping?

In order to guarantee the prompt delivery of your meals at their absolute freshest, there is a shipping cost associated to the deliveries. You’ll see the shipping fee that applies to you when you select your plan and check out.

You can also find this information on Our Plans page

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